DIY Home

mardi 8 septembre 2015

As
the seasons come and go, so do our decorating needs. If you have a
revolving door of seasonal decorations that you’re just sick of, and
want to change things up, why not try a little DIY therapy? Here are
some great ideas that you can make yourself to spice up your home for
each season. You might just have some fun while you’re at it.

Winter

Wintertime is a nice time to decorate, because it brings back
memories of your childhood and incorporates familiar, cozy aromas that
amp up the cozy factor of any home, no matter the temperature outside.

Cinnamon Candle Pillars

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All you’ll need is some hot glue, some cinnamon sticks of varying
sizes, some candle pillars, and some twine, and you’re good to go. A
white candle creates a neutral color palette, but choose any color you’d
like. Simply glue the cinnamon sticks around the edge of the candles
and wrap the twine around the center several times. Tie it with a bow,
and voilà! You have a handsome, festively-scented candle modification
that’s perfect for the winter holidays. These candles make awesome gifts
for the hosts of all the holiday parties you have to go to.

Starry Branches

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Starry lights in every tree embody the spirit of the winter season.
Bring that mystical feeling into your home with some copper wire LED
lights. You can pick them up at most hardware stores. Wrap them around
branches you find around your yard and put them in a tall vase. They
make great accent pieces to flank fireplaces or entryways.
Alternate tip: if you can’t find any copper wire lights, spray the branches with gold sparkly paint.

Spring

Springtime is a magical time of year when the world renews itself.
Bright, pastel flowers and new green buds pop up everywhere. Go ahead,
bring that springtime optimism inside.

Twine Vases

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Set aside any glass jars you go through in the kitchen, along with
wine and liquor bottles, because they make great vases. Just wrap twine
around the outside, making sure to glue as you go. You can even wrap a
faux-springtime flower bloom into the twine here and there to add a pop
of color. Now you’ll have a unique way to store your flowers as they
begin to bloom. These vases would look perfect on the mantle of your and
your friends new homes in Houston, TX. Little things like this can really make any new home feel bright and cheery.

Make Your Own Wreath

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Wreaths aren’t just for the holidays anymore. Create your own customized wreath with
craft store finds. Either choose a pre-shaped one, or choose various
sticks from your yard or the local park to create the circular shape
yourself. Work in any accent pieces that represent the season, and
display it on your front stoop for all to see how wonderfully crafty you
are.

Summer

Summertime is a great time for DIY crafts. From beautifully blooming
flowers to shadow boxing your family vacation, the possibilities are
endless in the summertime.

Scrabble Coasters

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Make your own coasters using scrabble letters. Just choose a thin but
sturdy backing, and glue scrabble pieces together in 4×4 squares. You
can spell out words that are relevant to you in the pieces, such as
“café,” “tea,” “mugs,” and “java.” You’ll have a wonderfully customized
coaster set, and everyone will wonder where you bough it.

Beach-side Terrarium

Image via Wikemedia by christopher
Bring the beach to your abode with a beach-themed terrarium.
Just scoop up some sand the next time you’re at the beach, and collect
some of the most unusual shells you can find. They make a great
terrarium once you get home. If you’re not near a beach and won’t be
going on vacation this summer, you can pick up shells at your local
craft source.

Autumn

Autumn is one of the easiest times to decorate. With all the
beautiful turning leaves falling to the ground, all it takes is a little
imagination to bring the brilliance of autumn to your home next year.

Fall-Themed Candle Holders

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Partially fill a glass canister with dried corn or corn seeds and
place a candle around them. Once it’s lit, it makes a great homage to
autumn. You could do the same with candy corn. Another option is to use
twine to tie dried maple leaves to the outside of the canister. Just
make sure to keep it away from the flame to prevent fire.

Gourds, Gourds Everywhere

Image via Flickr by Martin Cathrae
Gourds make great decoration accents all over the house. Throw several smaller ones in a large vase to create a centerpiece
for the table, line them haphazardly along the fireplace mantle, and
place larger ones around pumpkins along the main entrance to the home.